How to Roll Up Shirt Sleeves

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Rolling up your shirt sleeves is a great way to give your outfit a casual, effortless vibe or cool off when it's hot outside. Whether you're going for something classic or trendy, rolling up cuffed shirt sleeves is easy once you know what to do. You can even roll up t-shirt and sweater sleeves and secure them with rubber bands or safety pins so they're not sliding down your arms all day.

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EditClassic Cuffed Shirt Roll

1. Unbutton all of the buttons on the cuff of your shirt. Depending on the button-up shirt or blouse you're wearing, there may be 2 or 3 buttons. If there's a button higher up on the sleeve, unbutton it too.^[1]
   
   • Unbuttoning the cuff buttons will prevent your sleeves from being too tight when you roll them up.
2. Fold the cuff over once. Fold along the line that separates the cuff from the rest of your sleeve. If you're folding a stiff dress shirt, avoid folding the cuff in half before folding it over since you'll crease the cuff and have a hard time getting it out later.^[2]
   
   • If your shirt's made of a softer fabric, you can fold the cuff in half before folding it over onto the sleeve to make your roll thinner, depending on your preference.
3. Fold the cuff over again to start the roll. The cuff should stay in place now, and you should see the beginning of your sleeve roll. Fold carefully to prevent any lumps and wrinkles.^[3]
   
4. Repeat the process until you reach your mid or upper forearm. Avoid stopping before you reach the middle of your forearm or else your roll might be too loose. On the other hand, don't roll your sleeve up above your elbow or it may look too bulky.^[4]
   
5. Roll up your other sleeve in the same way. Make sure you roll both sleeves up to the same point so they look symmetrical. Also, if you folded the cuff in half before rolling up your first sleeve, do the same on your other sleeve so they match.^[5]
   

EditExposed Cuff Roll

1. Unbutton each button on your sleeve cuff. Avoid leaving them buttoned since it will make your sleeve roll too tight. Make sure you get all of the buttons, including any that are higher up on the sleeve.^[6]
   
2. Fold the cuff all the way up until it's about above your elbow. It doesn't need to be precise, but make sure the cuff itself is completely above your elbow and resting on your bicep. Your shirt sleeve should be inside out at this point.^[7]
   
   • Your elbow should still be covered by some of the fabric below the cuff. If it isn't, you may have folded the cuff too high up your arm.
3. Roll the bottom edge of your sleeve up over the cuff. Don't cover the cuff completely. You want about of it peeking out of the top of the roll. The bottom of the roll should fall just below your elbow.^[8]
   
   • You can leave more or less of the cuff exposed, depending on your preference.
4. Repeat the process with your other shirt sleeve. Bring the cuff up to the same point as you did on your other sleeve so your sleeves match. Also, make sure the same amount of cuff is poking out of the roll on each side.^[9]
   
   • Look at your sleeves in a mirror when you're finished and make adjustments if necessary.

EditT-Shirt Sleeve Roll

1. Fold up the hem of your t-shirt sleeve. Make the fold along the line that separates the hem from the rest of your sleeve. Depending on how thick your t-shirt is, you may need to hold the hem in place after you fold it up.^[10]
   
   • If you're wearing a t-shirt that doesn't have hemmed sleeves, just fold the edge of the sleeve up about .
2. Continue to roll up your sleeve until it's as long as you want it. Try to make each roll the same width as the hem of your sleeve so the roll lays as flat and evenly as possible.
   
   • The length you make your sleeves is a matter of preference. For big, boxy t-shirts, you may need to roll up the sleeves more than you would for a small, fitted t-shirt.
   • If you're wearing a t-shirt made out of a thick, stiff fabric, your sleeves might stay up on their own. Otherwise, you may need to secure them in place.
3. Use a safety pin to hold your sleeve in place if it doesn't stay rolled up. Start by taking a small safety pin and inserting it through one of the inner layers of the roll. Then, pass the safety pin through your sleeve and close it to hold the roll in place.^[11]
   
   • Attach the safety pin to the part of your sleeve that rests over your armpit so it's hidden.
4. Try securing the roll with a rubber band if you don't have a safety pin. To use a rubber band, start by unrolling your t-shirt sleeve to expose the hem. Then, wrap a rubber band over your sleeve and bicep so it's lined up with the top edge of the hem. Finally, roll your sleeve up as normal. The rubber band will hold your sleeve in place so it doesn't unroll.^[12]
   
   • You can also use a hair tie in place of a rubber band.
   • Make sure the band you use is big enough to not cut off your circulation when you're wearing it. If it feels uncomfortably tight, look for something bigger.
5. Do the same thing with your other sleeve. Roll it up to the same point on your arm so your sleeves match. If you used a safety pin or rubber band to secure the roll on your other sleeve, do the same thing on this sleeve.
   

EditSweater Sleeve Roll

1. Get 2 rubber bands or hair ties. Look for ones that can fit comfortably around your forearm without cutting off your circulation. Just make sure they're tight enough to stay in place.^[13]
   
   • If you're trying to roll up the sleeves on a tight sweater, you may not need rubber bands or hair ties to hold them in place.
2. Wrap one of the bands over your sweater sleeve and forearm. Position it so it's slightly lower than the middle of your forearm. Don't worry if your sweater bunches around the band—it will be hidden.^[14]
   
   • If the band feels too tight, look for something bigger so your arm doesn't end up hurting later on.
3. Roll the end of your sleeve up over the band. Bring the end of the sleeve up far enough so that the fold lines up with the rubber band underneath it.^[15]
   
   • If the roll is too big, try moving the band closer to your wrist. If it's too small, move the band higher up on your forearm.
4. Continue to roll your sleeve up until you're satisfied with the length. Try to avoid going above your elbow, especially if your sweater is large and thick, or the roll might look too bulky. When you're finished, the band should hold your sleeve in place so it doesn't slide down your arm throughout the day.^[16]
   
5. Repeat the steps with your other sweater sleeve. Position the band at the same point on your forearm so your sleeves are symmetrical. Then, roll up your sleeve to the same point on your arm as you did with the other one so they're the same length.
   
   • It might be helpful to look in a mirror to see if both of your sweater sleeves look the same.

EditRelated wikiHows

• Keep Velcro Fasteners Clean
• Iron a Shirt
• Fold a Shirt
• Choose a Dress Shirt
• Tie a Tie
• Put On Cufflinks

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EditQuick Summary

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How to Celebrate May Day

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May Day is celebrated in many different countries on May 1st, and it signifies the transition from spring to summer. It's a time that neighborhoods and friends can come together to enjoy the warm spring air and fresh flowers. Do some fun May Day activities, like making flower crowns, dancing around a Maypole, or taking a nature hike. Make May Day baskets to gift to your friends and neighbors, or host your own May Day party, complete with hand-delivered invitations, fresh food and drinks, and fun activities.

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EditExploring Fun May Day Activities

1. Decorate a Maypole with ribbons to enjoy dancing around it with friends. This is a fun way to add a little magic to your May Day gathering. Once you have a pole in the ground, tie 6 to 10 strands of ribbon that are each long around the top of the pole. When you're ready to dance, put on some music, have everyone grab the end of a ribbon and face the same direction, and dance circles around the pole.^[1]
   
   • Use either a long, straight branch that is about tall or a similarly sized pole. Either hammer it into the ground or use a Christmas tree stand to hold the pole in place.
   • For little kids, you could also use something like an empty wrapping paper roll to make a mini-Maypole.
   • There are lots of fun ways to braid the ribbons around the Maypole, from the simple plait, the double plait, to the grand chain. You can find instructions online for the steps to these more intricate dances.
2. Braid a flower crown to make a whimsical decoration for your head. A big part of May Day is celebrating spring turning to summer and the emergence of new blooms. Pick a handful of flowers from your garden and braid them together to make an adornment for your hair.^[2]
   
   • If you don't have a garden, ask a neighbor if you could pick some of their flowers, or stop by a community garden. Make sure to not pick more than you need, though.
3. Bake a cake with fresh ingredients if you enjoy baking. Remember, May Day is all about spring turning to summer and celebrating all things fresh and alive. Make an angel food cake and top it with diced strawberries, or try making a classic vanilla cake and pair it with blueberries.^[3]
   
   • You could even top the cake with homemade whipped cream.
   • Lemon poppyseed would also be a great, fresh option for a May Day cake.
4. Plant some spring flowers to celebrate new growth. May 1st is a great time to go outdoors and get your hands in the soil. Plant some new flowers along your walkway, or cultivate a small flower garden that you'll get to enjoy year after year.^[4]
   
   • Plant perennials for flowers that will return each season. Plant annuals for flowers that you can enjoy just for a single season.
5. Take a long nature walk to enjoy the fresh air. Look up the local nature paths in your community, or find a scenic route along a river or the ocean. Spend an hour or two out in the warm spring air, checking out the flora and fauna that is starting to creep up.^[5]
   
   • This is a great activity to do with kids, too. You could even make a nature scavenger hunt where they have to find different things, like moss-covered rocks, acorns, leaves, different kinds of flowers, or animals.
6. Have a picnic with veggies and seasonal fruits for a delicious snack. If you're celebrating with friends, spend a pleasant afternoon at a local park chatting, eating, and enjoying the holiday. Pack watermelon, cantaloupe, cherries, strawberries, blueberries, and peaches. Enjoy cucumber, carrots, tomatoes, celery, radishes, and other vegetables along with some tasty dips, like hummus and spinach dip.^[6]
   
   • Don't forget to bring along a blanket, something to drink, and sunscreen!
7. Burn a bonfire in the evening to celebrate warm weather. The beginning of May signifies the end of dreary spring weather and the start of warmer days. Ending your May Day with a bonfire is a wonderful way to spend some more time outside, celebrating with friends and neighbors.^[7]
   
   • Check to make sure you're following the proper safety precautions and that you're allowed to burn a bonfire. Some city ordinances require you to notify them of a planned bonfire several days ahead of time.

EditMaking a May Day Basket

1. Make homemade treats to put into the baskets for a special touch. Small items like cookies or popcorn balls are nice additions to your May Day basket; plus, you can make 1 big batch and use just 2 or 3 treats per basket. This way you can make a lot of baskets to give away, or you can have leftover treats for yourself. You could also put in some fresh fruit, like oranges, clementines, or freshly picked strawberries.^[8]
   
   • If you do include fresh fruit, make sure the items are still in good shape and won't go bad by the time you deliver the baskets.
2. Create small flower bouquets for a simple, yet beautiful, addition. If you have a garden or access to fresh flowers, trim off a few stalks and tie the stems together with twine to make a simple, fresh bouquet. If you don't have access to fresh flowers, you could always buy a big bouquet from a florist or from the grocery store, split the bouquet apart, and assemble smaller bunches to use in your baskets.^[9]
   
   • Never take flowers from someone else's yard if you don't have their permission.
   • Bouquets don't have to be big to be beautiful. Three or four single flowers put together can be just as attractive as a full bouquet.
3. Write a short note to put in the basket referencing May Day. If your friends or neighbors don't celebrate May Day, they may get confused when a random spring basket appears at their home. Remedy this by writing out a note on card stock to put into each basket.
   
   • Have your note read something like, "Happy May Day!" or "A basket of treats to help you celebrate May Day!"
4. Arrange the basket to prepare it for delivery. The great thing about May Day baskets is that they can be really small and still be nice and meaningful to those who receive them. Find small baskets at the local dollar store, craft store, or even at a used goods store. Place the flowers in the basket so they are sticking out and visible, add the homemade goodies, and prop the handwritten note in the basket so that it is standing up.^[10]
   
   • You can get as complex as you want to with your baskets. Keep them simple, or decorate them with ribbon, add more treats, like chocolates or wine, make them bigger, or do whatever else calls to your imagination. There is no right or wrong way!
5. Deliver the basket to a neighbor to give them a May Day treat. Traditionally, May Day baskets are left on doorsteps or outside of people's homes, the doorbell is rung, and the giver of the basket runs away. If you're worried that someone else might come by and steal the basket, then deliver it in person and make sure the intended recipient gets it.^[11]
   
   • However you end up delivering the basket is okay—it can be fun to surprise people and leave them guessing who gifted it to them, but it also can be fun to talk with someone and wish them a happy May Day in person.

EditHosting a May Day Party

1. Make invitations, attach flowers to them, and hand-deliver them. Lilacs, tulips, forsythia, or small succulents are inexpensive options and will make cute invitations. Use card stock to write the party details (time, location, date), then attach it to the flowers with some twine.^[12]
   
   • Depending on how often you see your guests, you may need to plan ahead and start handing out invitations a few weeks ahead of time to make sure you have enough time to see everybody.
   • If you can't hand-deliver the invitations, that is okay! You could always make invitations on floral-themed paper and mail them out to everyone instead. Or, to keep things really simple, just send a text to everyone to let them know the details. It can be as detailed or a simple as you'd like.
2. Host your friends outdoors if the weather is nice. You can use your own yard if that is accessible to you, or you could plan to have the party at a local park. Have a tablecloth or blanket to put the food on, and ask friends to bring blankets or chairs to sit on.^[13]
   
   • If you have to be indoors, brighten the space with fresh flowers. Clear away all the clutter you can, open the blinds to let in any natural sunlight, and enjoy spending time with your friends.
3. Make overnight sticky buns for a sweet and crunchy treat. Use your slow cooker to let the buns bake overnight, and then host a morning May Day brunch with the buns, coffee, tea, and fresh fruit. Or, if your gathering is later in the day, they'll make a nice afternoon treat, too.^[14]
   
   • Of course, if you don't want to bake your own sticky buns, you could stop at a bakery to pick some up, too.
4. Prepare easy snacks, like cheese and crackers and veggies and dips. Make snacks that will be easy to carry outside and that travel well, especially if you're planning on having a picnic. Cut up several different kinds of cheese, like cheddar, brie, and gouda, and pair them with crackers. Cut up fresh vegetables and serve them with homemade dips.^[15]
   
   • Fresh fruit, muffins, bread, olives, and pickles also make great May Day snacks.
5. Serve fresh beverages like orange juice or mimosas. Use a hand press or an electric juicer to juice 2 to 4 oranges for each cup of juice you'd like to make. Serve the juice in cute glasses with decorative straws for an extra festive touch. For mimosas, fill a glass 1/4 to 1/2 way full of champagne. Top off the rest of the glass with fresh juice. Add some blueberries or diced strawberries to the glass for a fun garnish.^[16]
   
   • If you have other fruits and an electric juicer, don't hesitate to mix and match different flavors. Strawberry, banana, pineapple, and other fruits mix with orange juice to make delicious fruity beverages.
   • You could also create a mimosa bar. Provide different kinds of juices, several bottles of champagne, and lots of fresh fruit so people can mix their own favorite drink.
6. Plan a few festive activities for your guests to enjoy. Decorate a Maypole, braid flower crowns, paint, make May Day baskets, go shopping for flowers and then plant them, or think up something else that you think everyone would like to do. Even if you just spend time together outdoors and play games, that is a great way to celebrate the holiday.
   
   • If you're feeling lost and want some input, ask your friends what kinds of activities they'd be interested in. They probably have some great ideas!

EditTips

• Remember, May Day is a time to enjoy the outdoors and to take a break from the normal workday routine. Do whatever sounds best to you!

EditRelated wikiHows

• Celebrate National Maple Syrup Day
• Celebrate Flag Day
• Observe Veterans Day
• Celebrate Independence Day

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How to Grow Onions in Water

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Growing onions in water is a great way to reuse kitchen scraps, not to mention a fun activity that helps kids learn about vegetables. This method offers a front-row seat to plant growth, as you can watch the roots extend into the water and observe the sprout growing out of the onion top. The assembly of this project is super simple; all you need are some onions, a clear glass, and some fresh water. While onions can grow this way for a few weeks on your windowsill, you'll want to eventually replant the bulbs in soil in order for the vegetable to grow to maturity.

EditSteps

EditGrowing Bulb Onions in Water

1. Fill a clear glass or jar with water. Pour tap or filtered water into your clear jar until it is almost entirely filled with water.^[1]
   
   • Be sure to use a glass or jar that has a smaller circumference than the onion so that the onion doesn't fall into the water.
2. Poke four toothpicks, equally spaced, around the circumference of an onion. In order for the onion to sit above the water without falling in, you will need to make sure the vegetable is supported. Make sure the toothpicks are placed just slightly below the middle of the onion.^[2]
   
   • Preferably you'll want to use an onion that has already sprouted. An onion that has already begun the growth process will have an easier time growing in water.
   • If you want to forgo the toothpick method, you can fill a clear glass jar nearly to the top with small rocks or pebbles. Then, place the onion on top of the pebbles, and fill the jar with water ensuring that just the roots and base of the onion are covered with liquid.^[3]
3. Set the onion, roots down, on top of the glass with the toothpicks resting on the rim. The roots and base of the onion should be immersed in water. This way, the roots will be able to drink up water so the onion can grow, while the rest of the onion will be surrounded by air to avoid rotting.^[4]
   
   • Take time to make sure the toothpicks are properly supporting the onion so it doesn't fall into the water. At this point, you may need to push the toothpicks in further to be sure the onion doesn't get wet.
4. Place the glass and onion onto a windowsill that gets plenty of sunlight. Onions need a lot of sunlight to grow. You also want to make sure you don't forget about the onion, so find a nice sunny windowsill in a busy part of your home.^[5] Now, all that's left is to wait and watch your onion to grow. Over a week, you will see the roots elongate into the water, and a green sprout will rise from the top.
   
   • Regularly change the water before it gets murky or smelly to prevent rotting. To do this, gently lift out the onion, replace the water, and place the onion back onto the top of the jar.
5. Cut the entire green sprout from the top of the onion to use as an edible garnish. A beautiful green sprout will begin to emerge from the top of the onion within a few days. The entire sprout is edible and has a deliciously sharp and herbal taste. Take scissors and cut the green sprout from the top of the onion, then cut it into thin strips. Add the cut pieces to soup or salad as a tasty garnish.^[6]
   
6. Plant the onion in soil when you notice a flower stem emerging from the top. Growing an onion in water is a really fun way to watch the early steps of vegetable growth. However, the onion cannot grow this way forever. After a few weeks, a flower stem will emerge. At this point, you can either plant the entire onion in soil, or just discard the onion.^[7] After the onion has started to flower, it can no longer grow in water and must be potted in soil.
   

EditReviving Green Onion Scraps in Water

1. Slice whole green onions where the white stalk meets the green leaf. Perhaps you already have a pile of cut green onions that you were going to throw away. If so, great! Just use those. If not, grab a fresh bunch of green onions (also known as scallions or spring onions) and carefully use a knife or scissors to make the proper cut.^[8]
   
   • At this point, you should have a piece of white bulb around the size of an adult's pinky finger. It's okay if there is a bit of green left as well.
   • Use the discarded green onion bits as an ingredient. Green onions make an excellent garnish on top of dishes like ramen noodles or tacos. Slice it thinly and sprinkle over your meal to brighten up the dish wish color and flavor.
2. Place the green onion scraps root down into a clear glass. Find a glass or jar that is relatively narrow, so that the green onion scraps will be supported and held up vertically.^[9] These will be growing on your windowsill for a while, so you may want to use a decorative glass or a vase that will look nice in your kitchen.
   
   • You can use a rubber band to tie the bunch together to provide additional support.
   • One of the best parts about growing kitchen scraps is being able to watch them grow, so be sure to use a clear vessel so you can watch the magic happen.
3. Add enough water to cover the roots of the green onion stalks. You want the roots to be completely immersed in water, but pouring water a little higher up will make sure the green onions don't use up all the water before you have time to refill it.^[10]
   
   • You can use tap or filtered water for your green onions, just make sure it is clean, fresh water.
4. Place the glass filled with green onions on a sunny windowsill. Now, all you need for your green onions to grow is sunlight and time.^[11]
   
   • Placing the green onions on a windowsill in your kitchen (or somewhere you walk past often) will give them enough light to grow while making sure you don't forget about them.
5. Replace the water every 3 to 5 days. The onions will drink up the water you've provided them, so keep a watchful eye on the water level so that they don't dry out.^[12] After a few days, remaining water can get murky or develop a bad smell. If that happens, dump it out and refill your glass with clean water.
   
6. Remove the green onions when they have tripled in size. Within a few days, you will notice that green stalks are sprouting out of the white bulbs. Once they grow to about long, remove the stalks from the water.^[13]
   
7. Cut the green sprigs off the stalk or plant the entire bulb in soil. The green onions will only grow so tall. Once the green stalk is or more, you can either cut off the green stalk and use the green onion as an ingredient, or you can plant the entire thing in soil (roots, white bulb, and green stalk) and continue to watch it grow.^[14]
   
   • If you cut the green part off the stalk at this point, you can place the bulb back in clean water, and it will regrow. Although this will work once or twice, within a few cycles the plant will stop growing.^[15]

EditTips

• Use fresh onions and avoid onions that have mold or that have started to rot. Since the onions are submerged in water, any mold or rot will continue to spread throughout the rest of the bulb.

EditThings You'll Need

EditGrowing Bulb Onions

• An onion (sprouted are best)
• Toothpicks or small rocks
• A clear glass or jar
• Clean water

EditReviving Green Onions

• A bunch of green onions
• A narrow glass cup
• Clean water
• A knife or scissors

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